King's velvety voice inspired generations

May 15, 2015 12:15

The Mississippi native's reign as "king of the blues' lasted more than six decades and straddled two centuries, influencing a generation of rock and blues musicians, from Eric Clapton (pictured) and Stevie Ray Vaughan, to Sheryl Crow and John Mayer.

His life was the subject of the documentary "B.B. King: The Life of Riley,' and the inspiration for the The B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center, which opened in 2008.

King's enduring legacy came from his refusal to slow down even after cementing his status as an American music icon. Even with a long list of honors to his name -- Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction, Presidential Medal of Freedom -- he maintained a relentless touring schedule well into his 80s.

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